Written question asked by Lord Barker of Battle (Conservative) on Tuesday, 1 December 2009, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 3 December 2009. It was answered by Lord Beamish (Labour) on Monday, 7 December 2009 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Climate and Energy Security Envoy

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what the objectives are of his Climate and Energy Security Envoy.

Answer: The objectives for the joint MOD/FCO climate and energy security envoy are:"To broaden and deepen the debate on the security implications of climate change in key countries;""To ensure increased understanding of climate change risks within the security and defence communities and share best practice;""To address the consequences of climate change for regional and global stability, including the benefits for the military in reducing its own carbon footprint;""To help develop a comprehensive policy approach for climate security across the UK Government."

Secondary information